Tenants in CA think they have all of the power but they don't, we as the landlord need to understand the lease in place and can then take back an equal position to them. 

Dan Powers - New Western

So I literally power washed the carpets along with a wet or dry vacuum to get the mud out and re-rented the house.

Quote from @Dan Powers: @Shay Sherbotseli I'm an agent that works exclusively with investors looking for investment properties.

This could expand my purchasing power immensely.

Also the outside will need the shrubs to bet cut, a good power washing, etc.  

Here’s a detailed analysis to help guide your decision:Initial Costs:Purchase Price: $260,000Down Payment and Closing Costs: $60,000Monthly Cost: $400 for several yearsMarket Value:Current Value: $540,000 to $600,000Immediate Equity: $280,000 to $340,000 (based on the market value minus the purchase price)The substantial equity in the farm can be a powerful tool for your investment journey:Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC): You could use a HELOC against the farm's equity to fund other investments.

They typically involve two agreements: a lease agreement that outlines the terms of the lease (rent, responsibilities, etc.) and an option agreement that grants the tenant the right (but not the obligation) to purchase the property within a specified period at a predetermined price.Negotiation Power: Lease options can be attractive to tenants who may want to secure a property for their business while potentially benefiting from any appreciation in property value.

@Justina Sirohman no one has created a reliable software program to do this yet - at least not one that is affordable for DIYs.So, knowledge, or access to it, is power for this topic.You'll either have to pay a contractor for bids, and/or learn how to price things yourself.

@Igor Balakhnin, the duplex hack with a primary residence loan is one of the most powerful ways to jump start an investing career.